If monochrome is your vibe, Southeastern France is world famous for its lavender fields. Consider the endless rows of purple at the Provence lavender fields in Plateau de Valensole, just one among three major plateaus where you can find these aromatic flowers (the others are the Sault and Luberon plateaus). Visit around late June through July before the last harvest takes place, and you’ll find rows and rows of these Mediterranean perennials.

Twin Falls is one of Maui's most popular cascades. Bonus: You can swim under this one, which makes for great photos. This waterfall is well situated along the Hana Highway, aka Road to Hana. You’ll need to pull over, park your vehicle, and take a short walk to reach the falls but once you do, the views are worth it. Make it a multi-stop journey and see other stellar sights on the route such as Wai'anapanapa State Park, Pua'a Ka'a State Wayside Park, and Ke'anae Peninsula.

Mariposa Grove in Yosemite is a Sequoia haven. Here, you’ll find dozens of redwood trees for close-up snaps, including the most famous Sequoia tree of all: the Grizzly Giant Tree. Make it a full-day activity, learning about the history and ecology of the world’s tallest trees at the Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza before embarking on a 4-mile (6-kilometer) hike to reach these green giants. Or, for a quick photo op, park at a nearby lot just a few steps away from the grove.

If you're in Japan, take the time to stroll along a walkway that winds through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a dense bamboo forest trail nestled within Arashiyama Park in Kyoto. The short walk promises impressive views through what seems like never-ending greenery. It makes the perfect spot for that special photo—cue the bamboo-inspired Instagram captions. Pair your pics with a walk through Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine and its UNESCO–listed red torii gates, another favorite in Japan.

The salt flats of Salar de Uyuni are the largest of its kind in Bolivia, stretching more than 6,500 miles (10,460 kilometers) in the Altiplano. During the rainy season (December–April), the Uyuni salt flats transform into “The World's Largest Mirror.” Due to the water that pools on top of the salt, Salar de Uyuni and the skyline blend into a reflective phenomenon. Make the journey by bus from La Paz or, stay at a nearby salt hotel where everything—yes everything—is constructed of salt.

Although not technically a natural wonder in general terms, Keukenhof Gardens is home to 7 million blooming springtime bulbs—including 800 different species of tulips—along with scattered sculptures and other works of art. Taking photos among 79 acres (32 hectares) of flowers tops the list of Insta-worthy destinations in the Netherlands. Spend a day on a guided tour from Amsterdam, go for a bike ride among the blooms, or combine a windmill cruise with entry to the flower bulb fields.

Alas, it wouldn’t be a list of natural wonders without the northern lights. There are numerous places in Iceland where you can observe this spectacular light display—Vik, Akureyri, and Thingvellir National Park, among them. But Reykjavik is the most popular. In this capital city, you’ll find elevated spots that are just far enough from the city lights to permit optimal viewing.

Often referred to as the “Armenian Stonehenge,” this prehistoric site is just as mysterious. Karahunge is considered one of the oldest of its kind, and its purpose still baffles scientists and visitors to this day. The site contains 200 vertical stones, many of which have holes in them. The Armenian word kar means stone and hunge means sound, so roughly translated karahunge means “speaking stones”—and for a good reason. On windy days, these stones can be heard emitting whistling sounds.

Nothing says dedication quite like traveling to Australia’s Northern Territory, aka Top End. Snap the perfect photo in front of one of the world’s largest monoliths, a UNESCO–listed landmark estimated to be around 550 million years old. For the Pitjantjatjara Anangu—the Aboriginal people who are indigenous to this region—Uluru is considered sacred. Uluru's caves and the surrounding area have been used by the Anangu for tens of thousands of years, with petroglyphs and other rock art as proof.

This lake’s bubblegum-colored waters are thanks to algae that thrive off its high salt content. When the weather conditions are just right, these algae produce pink carotenoids to aid them with photosynthesis, ultimately leading to the lake’s rose-colored hue. Your best chance to witness this natural wonder is during the warmer months, when salt levels are high, temperatures are warm, and rainfall is minimal. The lake in Melbourne returns to its normal color once the weather begins to cool.